HomeMy WebLinkAboutTB 2023-076 Award Mezzanine and Court Bathroom ProjectMEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD
May5, 2023
TB Resolution 2023 -076: Authorization for the Town Supervisor to sign a contract with Bell & Spina Architects-Planners, PC for the Detailed Construction Drawings and Specifications
Preparation Services associated with the Town Hall 2nd Floor Mezzanine and Court Office Renovation Project
Whereas, the Town wishes to update/rehabilitate an unused portion of the Town Hall 2nd Floor Mezzanine and remove an existing bathroom within the Town Court Offices to allow for more
useful space (Project); and
Whereas, pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”) and its implementing regulations at 6 NYCRR Part 617, approval of said Project is a Type II Action
as this project is considered a replacement, rehabilitation or reconstruction of a structure or facility, and therefore does not require a SEQR determination, and
Whereas,the Town Board awarded Part A of the Town Hall Lighting and Weatherization Renovation Project(Weatherization Bid) to Bell & Spina Architects-Planners, PC (Bell & Spina) by TB
Resolution 2022-018; and
Whereas,the Town has determined it is appropriate to proceed with the Part B Servicesof the Weatherization Bid to proceed with final design drawings, specifications, associated permits,
and bid documents for the Project; and
Whereas,Town Engineer has reviewed a revised proposal submitted by Bell & Spina for said Part B services, dated April21, 2023, for a lump sum fee of $25,930 and travel reimbursable costs
not to exceed $5,200, and recommended its approval by the Town Board; now, therefore be it
Resolved,that the Town Board authorizes the award and execution by the Supervisor of a contract for Part B of the Project to Bell & Spina, Architects-Planners, PC, 215 Wyoming Street,
Syracuse, NY 13204, subject to approval of the contract documents by the Director of Engineeringand review by the Attorney for the Town.
Moved: Rob RosenSeconded: Rich DePaolo
Vote: ayes – Rosen, DePaolo, Howe, Johnson and Levine